1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 643 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
